Qualified Gardener / Parks & Gardens Maintenance Officer

• Location: Northern Suburbs & South-Eastern Melbourne

• Hourly Rate: $38.00 per hour + Super

• Job Type: Contract (3–5 months)

• Hours: Full-Time, Monday to Friday (6:30 AM – 3:00 PM)

About the Opportunity

Are you a qualified gardener looking for a stable, high-paying role within local government operations? We are currently seeking a motivated, trade-qualified Parks & Gardens Maintenance Specialist to support major municipal open space contracts across Melbourne's northern and south-eastern regions.

Operating out of the council depot, you will join a dedicated civil crew ensuring that public parks, sporting reserves, and council facilities are kept in pristine condition. This contract is initially locked in for a 3-to-5-month block starting early June 2026, offering excellent hours and highly competitive local govern...